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Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement

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  1. Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove serial port connection: step 1, image 1 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove serial port connection: step 1, image 2 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove serial port connection: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Loosen the screws on the serial port by turning them counter clockwise by hand.

    • After loosening the screws, pull the serial port out.

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  2. Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove Lid: step 2, image 1 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove Lid: step 2, image 2 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove Lid: step 2, image 3 of 3
    • Lift lid to its vertical position.

    • Pull lid straight up to remove it from the scanner.

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  3. Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove the protective plastic covering: step 3, image 1 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove the protective plastic covering: step 3, image 2 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove the protective plastic covering: step 3, image 3 of 3
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    • Notice that there are two plastic tabs that need to be pushed in to remove the plastic covering.

    • Use tweezers to push these tabs in.

    • Gently pull the plastic covering off of the upper lid.

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  4. Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove wires from circuit board: step 4, image 1 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove wires from circuit board: step 4, image 2 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove wires from circuit board: step 4, image 3 of 3
    • Grab the plastic wire housing near the serial port.

    • Gently pull and jiggle the wire housing until it comes free from the circuit board.

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  5. Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove the bulbs: step 5, image 1 of 2 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove the bulbs: step 5, image 2 of 2
    • Gently lift up the bulbs and remove the wires from the plastic.

    • After completely freeing the bulbs, buy new ones and replace.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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